Sonam Wangchuk Visits Kargil, Reiterates Ladakh Statehood Demand and Signals Readiness for Centre Talks

VOL News Desk/ Environmental activist Sonam Wangchuk visited Kargil on Sunday, where he received a warm welcome from the Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA). A large public gathering was held at Gandhi Park in Baroo, drawing significant participation from local residents.
Addressing the gathering, Wangchuk expressed gratitude to the people of Kargil, noting that they raised their voices when conditions in Leh were not favourable. He also acknowledged the support extended to him during his detent...

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Ladakh Doctors meet Iranian Ambassador; contribute to support Iran

Delhi, April, 03, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ A delegation of doctors from Ladakh, comprised of Dr. Mehdi Ali Khan, Dr. Mohd Hassan, and Dr. Imran Ali Khan met the Ambassador of Iran, Dr. Mohammad Fathali, representing Muslim doctors and medical students of UT Ladakh.

They expressed heartfelt condolences on the martyrdom of shaheed Imam Syed Ali Khamenei and other leaders in Iran. The delegation appreciated the resilience and steadfastness of the Iranian people in the face of ongoing aggression....

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Ladakh Unveils First Digital Census 2027 Roadmap with Two Dedicated Data Workstations

Leh (Ladakh) April 03, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ At a press orientation meet today, Chief Principal Census Officer (CPCO) and Director Census Operations (DCO), Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, Amit Sharma, IAS, outlined the roadmap for Census 2027, describing it as a transformative exercise that will redefine data-driven governance in the Union Territory of Ladakh.

Highlighting a major milestone, CPCO & DCO UTs of J&K and Ladakh, Amit Sharma disclosed that Census 2027 will be the first Census exerc...

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Students of UOL Kargil Campus completes NSQF course on “Foundations of Information Security” conducted by NIELIT Kargil

Kargil, April 02, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ Furthering the mission to equip students with critical and high demand Industry 4.0 skills, fifty-two (52) students of Kargil campus University of Ladakh took part in the 90-hours National Skills Qualifications Framework recognized course “Foundations of Information Security” conducted by the NIELIT Kargil. 

The students were felicitated with NIELIT backpacks and pen drives at the august hands of the officiating Incharge Administration Kargil Campus,...

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Preparations gain momentum for the Sacred Buddha Relics exposition in Ladakh

Leh, April 03, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ The Chief Secretary of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Shri Ashish Kundra, chaired an introductory briefing meeting with members of the UT-level Coordination Committee and the seven Sub-Committees constituted for organising the Holy Exposition of the Sacred Relics of Lord Buddha in Ladakh, scheduled to be held from May 1 to May 15, 2026.

During the meeting, Shri Jigmet Takpa, Nodal Officer for the Holy Exposition, delivered a detailed presentation outlin...

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Chief Secretary chairs meeting with NGOs on Forests, Wildlife, and Environmental Conservation in Ladakh

Leh, April 02, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ The Chief Secretary of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Ashish Kundra, chaired a meeting with prominent non-governmental organizations (NGOs) working in the fields of forest conservation, wildlife protection, and environmental sustainability across the region.

The meeting focused on strengthening ongoing conservation initiatives, biodiversity preservation, and habitat protection in Ladakh. Deliberations also covered collaborative environmental action, pro...

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Chief Secretary Ashish Kundra visits Taruthang Campus, University of Ladakh

Leh, April 02, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ The Chief Secretary and Pro-Chancellor, University of Ladakh, Shri Ashish Kundra today visited the Taruthang Campus of the University of Ladakh, accompanied by Secretary, Higher Education, Ms Bhanu Prabha. The dignitaries were warmly received by Prof. Saket Kushwaha, Vice Chancellor, University of Ladakh.

During the visit, Shri Kundra inspected various academic and research facilities of the campus and reviewed ongoing activities across departments and ...

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Two-day training on Holistic Progress Card concludes at BRC Chiktan

KARGIL, APRIL 02, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ A two-day training programme on Holistic Progress Card (HPC) concluded successfully today at Block Resource Centre (BRC) Chiktan.

The training programme was organised with the objective of strengthening the capacity of teachers in adopting holistic and competency-based assessment practices in schools.

Teachers from all Middle and Primary Schools of Zone Chiktan participated in the programme and took part in various interactive sessions, group disc...

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Director, School Education, reviews functioning of School Education Department of Kargil

Kargil, April 02, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ Director, School Education, UT Ladakh, Imteeaz Kacho took a meeting today in the Conference Hall of Office of Chief Education Officer, Kargil, to review the functioning of the Education Department in Kargil District.

The meeting was attended by Chief Education Officer Sonam Wangchuk; District Education Planning Officer, Ajaz Ahmad; Accounts Officer, Directorate of School Education,Mukhtar Hussain; Assistant Director (Planning), Directorate of School ...

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Director, School Education takes stock of functioning of schools in Kargil

Kargil, April 01, 2026/ VOL News Desk/ Director, School Education, UT Ladakh, Imteeaz Kacho visited Government Model Middle School (GMMS), Titichhumik and Council Model High School (CMHS), Gongma Kargil in Kargil today to take stock of their functioning.

In GMMS Titichhumik, the Director interacted with staff and students and discussed crucial matters regarding the need for upholding the highest academic standards. He took stock of the infrastructural issues of the school. He also joined ...

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